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Lesson plan of Developing Writing: Observation Records

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Developing Writing: Observation Records

Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

  1. Develop observation skills: Encourage students to observe objects, people, or everyday situations in detail, in order to stimulate critical thinking, curiosity, and imagination.

  2. Familiarize with writing: Introduce students to writing, demonstrating the importance of expressing ideas and observations through this skill. The goal is for students to see writing as a powerful tool for communication and information recording.

  3. Promote autonomous writing: Stimulate independent writing from students, encouraging them to record their own observations clearly and coherently. The objective is that, by the end of the lesson, students feel more confident and motivated to write, exercising the expression of their ideas and improving their writing skills.

Introduction (10 - 12 minutes)

  1. Recalling previous content: The teacher starts the lesson by reminding students about the importance of writing, how they have already learned to form letters and build simple words. The teacher can do this in a playful way, through word games or oral dictations, so that students feel enthusiastic and engaged in recalling this content.

  2. Problem situations: The teacher presents two situations that will arouse students' interest in the lesson's theme. First, he shows an image of a garden and asks students what they think the gardener wrote in his notebook. Then, the teacher shows an image of a child playing in the rain and asks what they think the child would say if they could write about that experience.

  3. Contextualization: The teacher explains that, just like the gardener and the child in the rain, we all have interesting things to tell and record. He mentions that great writers started like this, observing the world around them and writing about their experiences. The teacher also emphasizes the importance of knowing how to write to be able to communicate and express ideas.

  4. Introducing the topic: The teacher introduces the lesson's theme, 'Developing Writing: Observation Records', explaining that students will learn to observe and write about what they observe. He may mention that this is like being little scientists, observing the world and recording their discoveries. The teacher can also spark students' curiosity by saying that they will be like 'writing detectives', investigating the world around them and recording their observations.

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

  1. Activity 'Observation and Description' (10 - 12 minutes)

    • The teacher divides the class into small groups of 4 to 5 students, giving each group a box with various everyday objects (e.g., a tree leaf, a stone, a toy, a fruit, etc.).

    • Each group must take an object from the box without showing it to others, and then pass the object to a colleague silently, without others seeing.

    • The next step is 'Observation and Description'. Each group must observe the object they received for 1 minute, and then describe it to the other classmates without revealing the object itself.

    • When hearing the descriptions from other groups, students must try to guess which object is being described.

    • This playful and interactive activity works on the skills of observation and description, stimulating imagination and encouraging students' oral expression.

  2. Activity 'Mirror, Mirror on the Wall' (10 - 12 minutes)

    • The teacher organizes the students in a circle and places a small mirror in the center.

    • Each student, one at a time, must look in the mirror and describe what they see: their appearance, facial expressions, emotions, etc.

    • Classmates should pay attention to the description and, in the end, try to draw what they heard.

    • After all descriptions, the drawings are compared to reality, and students discuss the similarities and differences.

    • This activity stimulates self-observation and observation of others, as well as detailed description, favoring oral expression and cooperation among students.

  3. Activity 'Young Chroniclers' (10 - 12 minutes)

    • The teacher suggests that students freely choose an event from the day to record, as if they were young chroniclers, using writing.

    • Students are encouraged to describe what they observed, what they did, what they felt, in short, to remember the details of the event.

    • The teacher should move around the room, assisting each student in expressing their ideas and observations through writing.

    • In the end, some students are invited to share their 'chronicles' with the class, promoting the appreciation of written production and respect for different forms of expression.

    • This activity promotes students' autonomy in writing, consolidating the concepts worked on in the lesson and stimulating creativity and reflection.

It is worth noting that these are activity suggestions and the teacher can choose to perform all of them or select those that best suit the reality of their classroom. In addition, the proposed time for each activity may vary according to the students' needs and the class dynamics.

Return (8 - 10 minutes)

  1. Group Discussion (3 - 4 minutes)

    • The teacher gathers all students in a circle for a group discussion about the activities carried out. Each group is invited to share the observations they made and the conclusions they reached.

    • The teacher asks open questions to stimulate participation and dialogue among students. For example: 'What did you find most challenging in the observation and description activity?' or 'How did you feel when describing yourselves and drawing what you heard?'

    • The teacher also asks questions that connect practical activities with theoretical content. For example: 'How did the 'Observation and Description' activity help you understand the importance of observing well before writing?' or 'How did the 'Young Chroniclers' activity show you that everyone has something interesting to tell?'

  2. Individual Reflection (2 - 3 minutes)

    • After the group discussion, the teacher suggests that students make an individual reflection on what they learned in the lesson. For this, the teacher asks two simple and direct questions:

      1. 'What did you discover today about the importance of observing well before writing?'
      2. 'How will you use what you learned today the next time you have to write about something?'
    • Students have a minute to think about their answers. The teacher can record students' answers on a board or a piece of paper so that everyone can see the different perspectives and ideas.

  3. Connection with Theory (3 minutes)

    • Finally, the teacher reviews the lesson's objectives and makes the connection between practical activities and theory. He reinforces that the ability to observe well is fundamental for writing, as it allows us to record our ideas and experiences in a richer and more detailed way.

    • The teacher also highlights that, like great writers, students are capable of observing and writing about the world around them in a unique and interesting way. He encourages students to continue practicing writing and observation, as these are skills that will be useful in many life situations.

This return is a crucial step to consolidate students' learning, allow them to reflect on their own learning, and connect practical activities with theory. The teacher should conduct the return in a positive and encouraging manner, valuing the contributions of all students and reinforcing the main points learned in the lesson.

Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)

  1. Lesson Summary (2 - 3 minutes)

    • The teacher summarizes the main points covered in the lesson. He reinforces the importance of observing things around us in detail before writing about them, as this helps us enrich our descriptions and express our ideas more clearly.

    • He recalls the activities carried out, from 'Observation and Description', through 'Mirror, Mirror on the Wall' to 'Young Chroniclers'. The teacher highlights how each activity contributed to the development of students' observation and writing skills.

  2. Connection of Theory with Practice (1 minute)

    • The teacher explains how the lesson connected theory, practice, and application. He mentions that the theory about the importance of observation for writing was demonstrated through practical activities, and that students had the opportunity to apply what they learned by recording their own observations.
  3. Extra Materials (1 - 2 minutes)

    • The teacher suggests extra materials for students to deepen their learning. He may recommend children's books that explore observation and description (e.g., 'Where the Wild Things Are' by Maurice Sendak), educational websites with interactive observation and description games, or even activities to do at home, such as observing and describing a familiar object or a moment of the day.
  4. Importance of the Subject (1 - 2 minutes)

    • Finally, the teacher emphasizes the importance of the subject for students' daily lives. He mentions that the ability to observe and describe is useful in many situations, from school tasks to conversations with friends and family. Additionally, he highlights that writing is a powerful tool to express our ideas and feelings, and that the more we practice, the better we will become.

    • The teacher motivates students to continue developing their observation and writing skills, reminding them that each of them has a unique and interesting perspective to share with the world. He concludes the lesson by reinforcing the idea that everyone is 'writing detectives', always ready to explore the world around them and record their discoveries.

This conclusion allows students to consolidate what they have learned, understand the relevance of the subject to their lives, and feel motivated to continue learning and practicing. The teacher should conduct the conclusion in a positive and encouraging manner, valuing students' efforts and achievements.

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